July 22, 2026
New Team Sint Maarten Uniforms Celebrate National Identity and Local Creativity | Government of Sint Maarten
July 23, 2026
Prime Minister Mercelina Extends Condolences to Guyana Following MV Barima Tragedy | Government of Sint MaartenPHILIPSBURG — Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina, on behalf of the Government and people of Sint Maarten, extends heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana following the tragic loss of lives resulting from the MV Barima disaster. “...
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Public Statement — Immigration Permit Application Processing | Government of Sint MaartenThe Ministry of Justice wishes to update the public of a temporary delay affecting the processing of certain permit applications while efforts are underway to resolve the matter. As part of our ongoing effort to modernize and improve our services, Immigration and Border Prote...
July 20, 2026
Ministry of Justice Celebrates Justice Day 2026 | Government of Sint MaartenThe Ministry of Justice today commemorated Justice Day 2026 with a church service and the annual Justice Parade, bringing together justice professionals from across the justice chain to recognize their shared commitment to serving and protecting the people of Sint Maarten. Ob...
July 20, 2026
General safety controls aid to confiscate illegal weapons | Government of Sint MaartenThe Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM), through its Flex Team, conducted intensive traffic and public safety controls on the evening of Friday, July 17, 2026, continuing into the early morning hours of Saturday, July 18, 2026. The operation focused on enhancing road safety,...
July 20, 2026
The Ministry of VSA and the Inspectorate of VSA is issuing the following alert! | Government of Sint MaartenDue to yet unknown reasons a large quantity of fish has been found dead in the communicating channel between Fresh Pond and Great Salt Pond, near the Illidge Road turnabout. The heat and direct sunlight are speeding up the rotting process and is producing a very unpleasant st...
July 17, 2026
Prime Minister Urges Public to Strengthen Food Safety Measures Amid U.S. Cyclospora Outbreak | Government of Sint MaartenPHILIPSBURG – Prime Minister Dr. Luc F.E. Mercelina, in his capacity as Acting Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA), is advising the public to strengthen food safety practices following reports of a multi-state Cyclospora outbreak currently under inve...
July 17, 2026
Minister Plenipotentiary Arrindell welcomes MEP Marit Maij and Discuss Relationship between EU and OCTs | Government of Sint MaartenTHE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) – Minister Plenipotentiary Drs. Gracita Arrindell recently welcomed Member of the European Parliament (MEP) Marit Maij to the Cabinet for an introductory courtesy meeting. The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on the relationship be...
July 17, 2026
Prime Minister and Acting Minister of VSA Holds Productive Meeting with SZV | Government of Sint MaartenPHILIPSBURG —— Prime Minister and Acting Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor, Dr. Luc Mercelina, held a productive courtesy meeting with the management of Social and Health Insurances SZV on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. The meeting provided an opportunity for...
July 17, 2026
CPS Encourages Families to Practice Water Safety and Sun Protection during the Summer Holiday Season | Government of Sint MaartenGREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) – With schools now closed and the summer holiday season underway, the Collective Prevention Service (CPS), a department within the Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (Ministry VSA), is encouraging residents and visitors to...
July 17, 2026
Government Approves Structural Subsidy for National Sports Institute, Reinforcing Commitment to public Sports Facilities | Government of Sint MaartenPhilipsburg, Sint Maarten — The Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth & Sport (MECYS) is proud to announce the approval and continuation of a structural subsidy of XCG 1,260,159.64 to the National Sports Institute (NSI) for the 2026 fiscal year. This critical investment r...
July 17, 2026
Tax Administration Provides Clarity on Room Tax Exemption | Government of Sint MaartenPhilipsburg – Following the many comments and questions received from the public, the Tax Administration wishes to provide clarity on what the law states regarding Room Tax and to whom it applies. Under Article 1 of the Logeergastenbelastingverordening (A.B. 2016, No. 14), th...